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Birds in Ipswich: What have you seen this week?

Posted on April 14, 2009 by wwaters
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Birds have become more active in Ipswich. In addition, some species are passing through Ipswich on the way to their breeding sites. What species have you seen this week and where have you seen them?

No-lease zone at Crane Beach

Posted on April 1, 2009 by wwaters
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Are you a fan of the no-leash zone at Crane Beach or do you find it has enabled dogs to become a nuisance to other people who use the beach, such as those who are just taking a walk or are riding a horse? We have heard from dog owners that they appreciate the privilege of being able to have their dogs off-leash. What do you think?

Liberty and Mineral streets as one-ways

Posted on March 23, 2009 by wwaters
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How do you think it went today with the changing of Liberty and Mineral streets to one-ways? Did you have trouble getting out of either street? Was traffic backed up? Was there adequate signage?

Share your tips on saving money in this down economy

Posted on March 17, 2009 by wwaters
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Are you clipping coupons, walking more and driving less, cutting out Friday night pizza, teaming up with other moms and sharing child-care duties? Share your ideas with your fellow Ipswichians.

POLL: What do you think of the Obama Administration’s efforts to help the economy thus far?

Posted on March 16, 2009 by wwaters
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Making Liberty and Mineral one-way streets

Posted on March 10, 2009 by wwaters
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To satisy the Federal Railroad Administration’s safety requirements and keep the quiet zone intact in Ipswich, town officials are considering making Liberty Street and Mineral Street one-ways. Liberty would be one-way going from Washington Street to Lord Square. Mineral would be one-way going from Central Street to Washington Street. What do you think about this idea? Will it make those railroad crossings safer? Do you think it will help or hinder traffic flow?

Bird Blog: Have you seen any bald eagles lately?

Posted on March 3, 2009 by wwaters
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A number of Ipswich residets contacted the Chroniicle to say they had seen bald eagles in town. So far, there have bene sightings downtown along South Main Street, up on Eagle Hill nad over near Labor in Vain. Have you seen any bald eagles lately?

POLL: How did Hugh Jackman do as Oscar host?

Posted on February 23, 2009 by wwaters
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Let’s talk about birds

Posted on February 16, 2009 by wwaters
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Did you notice the birds are really perking up in Ipswich? A resident of Linebrook Road e-mailed over the weekend to say she is hearing red-winged blackbirds near her house. And, in general, birds are calling more now and have become more active. What are you seeing and where?

Let’s talk about birds!